Before I was saving my pennies for this, I was saving my pennies for a new DSLR camera. Well, because I have the best husband in the world (I'm sure he's better than yours ;) ) and a sooner than expected tax refund I was able to finally get one!! It is amazing!! Thank you so much babe!
Last night I made a Valentines dress for Abbi. I was inspried by this dress by Dana and had to make one for Abbi in some pink courdory I had. Then when it was FINALLY sunny today I decided I had to do a photo shoot! We went to the end of good ole Bessie Lane and took some shots looking over the valley and the Wellsvilles. I haven't even done any editing to these pics yet. Amazing! It would have taken hours to get pics from my old camera to look like this (if I even could). I love it!
There was a puppy in the Garverts yard that she loved to watch.
I had some glitter words and hearts that I tried to get her to hold. She never showed me the glitter side, or would throw them on the ground. I guess she thinks love is dead.
YAY! So much fun!
P.S. - Session 2 of SYTYC started today! Go check it out!
2.01.2010
Finally!
1.26.2010
Saving my pennies...
Here is the latest thing I'm saving my pennies for. Any donations will be greatly appreciated :)
It's this May in Sandy. Since So You Think You're Crafty has been exponentially more of a hit than I was anticipating, I want to go learn how to make it the best it can be. I feel so good to know that I'm contributing to our family's finances (even if all I make is going right back to the blog right now) and I get so happy when my friends and family tell me that a lady in their ward was talking about how much they love the blog, or they hear people at grocery store talking about it. And it's something that I really enjoy doing.
*Oh. And if you're wondering...I still haven't missed a day with P365. Just not all of them are edited yet, but don't tell anyone that.
The first session is over now and I'm so thankful for my first group of crafters. They put up with all my learning and screw-ups and I couldn't appreciate that more. I'm currently getting everything all ready for Session 2. I'm getting nervous for it and I'm not even competing! Wish us luck!
12.31.2009
A New Year
Tomorrow is the first day of a new year. Not only a new year, but a new decade. If ever there were a time to make goals and resolutions this is it; and I’ve made a few.
They say that in order to achieve your goals, you need to write them down. I agree. So here I am to document my goals for the year of 2010. I made 6 goals this year.
They say that in order to achieve your goals, you need to write them down. I agree. So here I am to document my goals for the year of 2010. I made 6 goals this year.
1 - Exercise 1/2 hour a day. I used to be able to run without being winded, lift heavy objects and do about a mile in squats in one go and would love to be able to again. Not that I’d like to do that last one specifically again, it would just be nice to know that I could. I’d also love to get back to my Pre-pregnancy weight before baby number 2 is on the way.
2 - Keep a journal, with pictures. A few people I know did a thing last year called P365 that I really want to try this year. They took one picture a day, everyday of the year. I'm going to try and take it a step further. Not only will I take the picture, but I'm going to journal about that day and answer a question about my past. I hope to get my autobiography going. There are a lot of little random things that I wish I had known about my mom. I'm going to answer all those questions in hope that my kids will care about them someday.
3 - Read the Book Of Mormon more than once. To be a little more specific, at least 5 times. A few years back (4 actually), I was given a challenge in a singles ward to read the BoM in 40 days. They even gave me a little timeline with how much to read each day and a specific scripture to ponder each night. That challenge led to the one and only time I've finished the BoM cover to cover and was one of the best experiences of my life. It came at the most perfect time, right when my mom passed away. It was such a comfort. So I've found that I could tecqunically finish it 9.125 times if I follow that timeline, but lets be realistic and keep it at 5. Each time I'll read with a different purpose and I know that I'll learn way more than I ever thought I could.
4 - Cook a meal everynight even if Brad won't be home for dinner. I feel like I'm an adequet cook, but you'd never know by looking at my husband. I like to say he's just lean, but lets face it... he. is. skinny. I hope to remedy this problem by actually having a meal ready for him when he gets home from work, rather than letting him scrounge for food (which usually ends up being chips and salsa).
5 - Expand my Etsy shop and crafty endeavors. I'd love to have a fully stocked online store at all times and advertise a bit more. I think this one will take a little bit longer to get going, but will be well worth it. I'd also like to finish one project before starting the next.
6 - Wake up early & clean the house. What with school and work, Brad has very few hours at home and I want to spend all that time with him and Abbi, not cleaning the house. My solution? Wake up before, not with, Abbi and do my heavy cleaning. Then I can take a nap while she does. Sounds simple enough, but I have a feeling it will be the hardest goal on the list.
2 - Keep a journal, with pictures. A few people I know did a thing last year called P365 that I really want to try this year. They took one picture a day, everyday of the year. I'm going to try and take it a step further. Not only will I take the picture, but I'm going to journal about that day and answer a question about my past. I hope to get my autobiography going. There are a lot of little random things that I wish I had known about my mom. I'm going to answer all those questions in hope that my kids will care about them someday.
3 - Read the Book Of Mormon more than once. To be a little more specific, at least 5 times. A few years back (4 actually), I was given a challenge in a singles ward to read the BoM in 40 days. They even gave me a little timeline with how much to read each day and a specific scripture to ponder each night. That challenge led to the one and only time I've finished the BoM cover to cover and was one of the best experiences of my life. It came at the most perfect time, right when my mom passed away. It was such a comfort. So I've found that I could tecqunically finish it 9.125 times if I follow that timeline, but lets be realistic and keep it at 5. Each time I'll read with a different purpose and I know that I'll learn way more than I ever thought I could.
4 - Cook a meal everynight even if Brad won't be home for dinner. I feel like I'm an adequet cook, but you'd never know by looking at my husband. I like to say he's just lean, but lets face it... he. is. skinny. I hope to remedy this problem by actually having a meal ready for him when he gets home from work, rather than letting him scrounge for food (which usually ends up being chips and salsa).
5 - Expand my Etsy shop and crafty endeavors. I'd love to have a fully stocked online store at all times and advertise a bit more. I think this one will take a little bit longer to get going, but will be well worth it. I'd also like to finish one project before starting the next.
6 - Wake up early & clean the house. What with school and work, Brad has very few hours at home and I want to spend all that time with him and Abbi, not cleaning the house. My solution? Wake up before, not with, Abbi and do my heavy cleaning. Then I can take a nap while she does. Sounds simple enough, but I have a feeling it will be the hardest goal on the list.
Wish me luck!! Hope you all have a fantastic New Year.
12.23.2009
12.09.2009
Scentinel Candles
So when Brad and I first got married he was working for a local company called Scentinel Candle. He was a sales guy and really had no idea what he was doing (he has vastly improved, don't worry).
Well he no longer works there, but the tie between Scentinel and the Hardings has not been broken. Two of his older brothers now have partnership in the company (in fact they're one of my SYTYC spnosors. Thanks guys!)
Today Brian (on of said brothers) was on my favorite show, Studio 5. He did a little schpel on the company. He actually got a really good job. I would have been spazzing all over the place. Have a look.
Well he no longer works there, but the tie between Scentinel and the Hardings has not been broken. Two of his older brothers now have partnership in the company (in fact they're one of my SYTYC spnosors. Thanks guys!)
Today Brian (on of said brothers) was on my favorite show, Studio 5. He did a little schpel on the company. He actually got a really good job. I would have been spazzing all over the place. Have a look.
11.29.2009
11.28.2009
Trouble Sleeping
Last night I had a hard time falling asleep. Why you ask? I realized I didn't take any pictures at either of our Thanksgiving celebrations! What am I going to do in our scrapbooks? Use Google families? Maybe I'll have Abbi color a family picture for me to use.
11.25.2009
4 years
I stopped by Moms grave today. It will be four years tomorrow and I still miss her everyday.11.20.2009
I love this girl!
This is how I usually find her when I go to get her from her naps. Brad thinks she's training them for a world take over.11.19.2009
Challenges
When I started my new blog So You Think You're Crafty, I was new to the whole craft world blogging thing. I have had more challenges that I thought I would have with it. Don't get me wrong. It's been an awesome experience and I will continue to do it.
I'm just surprised by how deeply the crafters feel for what they do. I know I shouldn't be surprised since people should feel pride for the things they create and accomplish. I'm just disipointed that they let those emotions get the best of them. They act and say things that I don't think they would do or say under other circumstances. Honestly, I feel that reacting in that way does more harm than good for yourself. I wish that people would try to handle situations in a respectful manner with an open mind and a forgiving attitude.
I'm just surprised by how deeply the crafters feel for what they do. I know I shouldn't be surprised since people should feel pride for the things they create and accomplish. I'm just disipointed that they let those emotions get the best of them. They act and say things that I don't think they would do or say under other circumstances. Honestly, I feel that reacting in that way does more harm than good for yourself. I wish that people would try to handle situations in a respectful manner with an open mind and a forgiving attitude.
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